Fujifilm X-T200 vs Nikon D90

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D90. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T200 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D90 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-T200 were released 2020 and Nikon D90 was released 2008. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-T200 2020
Nikon D90 2008

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T200 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D90 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T200 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D90 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Fujifilm X-T200 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Nikon D90 75 mm
Nikon DX sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:

Resolution

Fujifilm X-T200 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D90 has 12,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-T200 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Nikon D90 12,3 MP
12212224 pixels
4288 x 2848

Fujifilm X-T200 has a 97 % larger resolution than Nikon D90. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Fujifilm X-T200 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D90. Fujifilm X-T200 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Nikon D90 has 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-T200 200-12800
Nikon D90 200-6400

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-T200
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D90

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T200 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Nikon D90 can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-T200 8
Nikon D90 4,5

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D90 can shoot movies.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Nikon D90 weighs 703 gr (equal to 1.55 lb) which is 90% heavier than Fujifilm X-T200 and its 370 gr (or 0.82 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-T200 370 gr
0.82 lb
Nikon D90 703 gr
1.55 lb

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Nikon D90 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D90, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Name Fujifilm X-T200 Nikon D90
Manufacturer Fujifilm Nikon
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Release Year 2020 2008
Release Date 2020-01-23 2008-08-27
MSRP 699 USD 899 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm)
Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 4288 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 12,3 MP
Image Processor Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
ISO Range 200 - 12800 200 - 6400
White Balance Presets 0 12
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 425 11
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier APS-C Sensor (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
DX / APS-C (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Fixed
Screen size 3.5” 3”
Screen dots 2780000 920000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 96%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) 0.96× (0.64× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 2360000 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Frames per second 8 fps 4,5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 7 meters 17 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer No Yes
Time-lapse No Yes
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
MPEG4
Video resolution 1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
1280 x 720
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port Yes No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)
Yes
Eye-Fi Connected
Remote Control Yes (via smartphone) Yes (Optional ML-L3 or MC-DC2)
GPS No Yes
Optional
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D90
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & carger
Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 270 shots 850 shots
Width 121 mm 132 mm
Height 84 mm 103 mm
Depth 55 mm 77 mm
Weight 370 gram 703 gram